As for tributes they are cascading in "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais said, "My heart breaks for you @ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. 0:00. ", But the 52-year-oldcontinued her post by writing,"My absolute favorite thing about myself is being .Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing.". Did you encounter any technical issues? But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for.". He was Kings only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. Kings son paid tribute to his mom on her birthday last year. ", A few months prior, he shared another Instagram dedicated to his mom. "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais tweeted, "My heart breaks for you@ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. The actress and director posted a loving tribute Thursday to her son, Ian Alexander Jr., who died . In an Instagram post just days before taking his own life, Ian predicted that his music career was about to take off. Ian's death was officially ruled a suicide by the Los Angeles County Coroner, a spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE Monday. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. But hold my hands above a pile of oranges as if to warm my skin before a fire.- Roisin Kelly. To honor his life, King recorded a lantern lighting ceremony she participated in for his remembrance, calling him her "guiding light. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence," King, 52, wrote in the caption of an We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian. Sending love light and prayers to Regina King and her family, Rosanna Arquette chimed in. Regina Rene King (born January 15, 1971) [2] is an American actress and director. All Rights Reserved. "I'll give my right arm and that's my writing arm for my child's safety, and so my child can advanceand reach higher than I've ever reached.". ", In honor of his mom's 50th birthday last year, Ian paid tribute to the multi-hyphenate on Instagram, writing: "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry, and gangsta! ", A post shared by Regina King (@iamreginaking), The Academy Award winner ended her post by saying her "absolute favorite thing" about herself is being Alexander's mother, adding, "Continue shine bright, my guiding light. "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry and gangsta," he wrote. Ian was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time.". In 2011,King spoke of her "unconditional love" for her son. CNN Actor and director Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. She needs all the grace and light that can flow her way right now. He was an accomplished musician and DJ who performed as Desdun and had released a new single, Green Eyes, shortly before his passing. She toldEssenceat the time: I get emotional because my son is an amazing young man, and it took me to be a mother for me to realize how incredible of a woman she [her mother] is. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, it said. 12:16 PM EST, Fri January 20, 2023. He was 26. The two were very close, with Alexander Jr. often accompanying his mother on the red carpet. Born just four days after her own birthday, the mother and son . SUICIDE is the 10th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Leading Causes of Death Report from 2018. You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light, King wrote. 2023 Cable News Network. Regina and her son would sometimes walk the red carpet together for events and it was apparent how proud she was of him. In 2017, she revealed that the pair got matching tattoos. .". She doesnt really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. So, that is the greatest part about me. During a 2019 Golden Globes appearance, he branded the actress a super mom.. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. TV star Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr, tragically died by a reported suicide just days before launching his music career. Regina King 's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. He was also a celebrity chef who told Flaunt Magazine in May 2021 that he hoped to develop his private dinner parties into a restaurant. "From my vantage point as a girl, my grandfather was definitely in (my father's) life because I knew my grandfather. Actor and director Regina Kings son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. Regina King was an American actress and director who enjoyed one of the most rich and diverse careers of any performer in the 21st century; working consistently since she was a teenager, appearing . Regina King Makes Her First Public Appearance Since Her Son's Passing . She doesn't really let bad workdays or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. Discovery Company. Ian Alexander Jr is Regina Kings only child. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday," King, 52, wrote, referencing what would have been her son . On Twitter, famous friends and fans of Regina King vocalized support in the wake of her tragic loss. The actress and director posted a lovingtribute Thursday toher son, Ian Alexander Jr., who died a year ago at age 26by suicide. Getty Images for dcp. From 2011 until 2013, Regina was romantically linked to Malcolm-Jamal Warner. In 2021, Ian Alexander Jr wrote a birthday post on Instagram celebrating mom Regina Kings 50th. Lisa Marie Presley, Grant Wahl, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and the trauma of a sudden death, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Ians final post filled with messages of love, mourning. In one of his last Instagram posts, Alexander Jr told fans my health is in your hands. REGINA King's son Ian Alexander Jr's final tweets revealed his mental health fears - days before he took his own life. Ian was due to perform at the Avalon Hollywood Bardot on January 28. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 or go to suicidepreventionlifeline.org. In honor of her 50th birthday in 2021, Ian paid homage to his mom by dedicating an Instagram post to her. He turned 26 years old two days before on Jan. 19. CNN Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. A musician and DJ, Ian Alexander performed under the name desdun, according to his Instagram page. 8:03 PM EST, Sat January 22, 2022, Regina King releases statement after death of son. ", Yes! The 26-year-old was a buddingDJ/producer. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. In an episode of PBS' Finding Your Roots, actress Regina King discovered "unimaginable" details about her grandfather's life. Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. More than 6,000 British military personnel will take part in the coronation of King Charles III, the U.K. forces' biggest ceremonial deployment in seven decades, the government said Sunday. Regina King says she's "still" processing her son Ian Alexander Jr.'s death nearly one year later.. He wrote a heartfelt tribute to his mother on her 50th birthday last year. Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, TODAY has confirmed. Ian has often also accompanied his mom on red carpets, including in 2019 when he called her "super mom" while at the Golden Globes. There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report. Regina King welcomed her son with her ex-husband, music executive Ian Alexander Sr., on Jan. 19, 1996. King spoke about the deep love she had for her son in a 2011 interview with CNN. Regina King and Ian appeared on New Years Eve show. In 2010, Regina directed the music video for Jaheims Finding My Way Back. Its really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with., Ian Alexander Jr was promoting upcoming show. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. The pair also has matching tattoos, which read "unconditional love" in Aramaic his on his shoulder and hers on her arm. "King's 11-year-old son was seated in the rear of the vehicle and was not injured." Regina King pictured in a Facebook photo during a Fox 29 report on her death. A clip circulating on Twitter shows Regina King onstage at the Emmy Awards, addressing her date--her son Ian Alexander, Jr. "My son, Ian," King says, gesturing at her son. This day and everyday YO DAY!! 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Ian Alexander, Jr was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. Regina King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died, a spokesperson for the actor confirmed Saturday morning. Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. ", Marc Lamont Hill wrote, "Sending all of my love and condolences to Regina King. It read: Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. It's really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with.". The actress posted an Instagram video of an orange sky lantern drifting through the air on Friday, marking her first social media upload since the 26-year-old's suicide in January 2022. Alexander Jr died by suicide just three days after turning 26, a representative for King confirmed on Saturday. My health is in your hands.. Read our Ian Alexander blog for the latest news and updates Bernice King, lawyer, minister and daughter of Martin Luther King Jr, posted on Twitter to send condolences to Regina King and her family. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. King, 51, and her son who died by suicide at age 26 got. Regina King on Turning 50: 'I'm Much More Interesting Now', Regina King Honors Late Son Ian Alexander Jr., 1 Year After His Death: 'My Guiding Light', Regina King Steps onto the Red Carpet in First Public Appearance Since Her Son's Tragic Death, Regina King Once Spoke About What Her Late Son Ian Alexander Jr. So pullup this month!! 0:56. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Updated For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the "second leading cause of death" and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54. My heart breaks for you all. Instagram video Editors Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to connect with a trained counselor or visit the Lifeline site. Regina King and her family will need the biggest hugs at some point, tweeted Pam Grier. You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. Of course orange is your favorite colorIts the fire and the calm. An actor who rose to fame onThe Cosby Show, Malcolm and fellow 80s-sitcom star Regina had been friends for years before they took their relationship to the next level. He turned 26 on Wednesday. He loves writing about pop culture, trending topics, LGBTQ issues, style and all things drag. King, an actress and director, confirmed Alexander Jr's death in a statement last week. Alexander Kacala is a reporter and editor atTODAY Digitaland NBC OUT. He was King's only child . Academy award-winning actor Regina King is mourning the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr.The 26-year-old's death by suicide on January 21 came as a shock to his family, who issued a statement to . All Rights Reserved. Sending you more, adding a heart emoji. I see you in everything I breathe.". [3] In 2019, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Regina King and her son, Ian Alexander Jr., in Los Angeles in 2019. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much ", "January 19th is Ians Worthday. To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for. Dozens of Twitter users replied using broken hearts and praying emojis. News, he said: She doesnt really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. LoveBScott was the first to report the news of Ian's death. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. 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